Paramedic

ParamedicRome, GA 30161-3011OverviewPosition Type Puckett EMS Category Paramedic / CC ParamedicDescriptionSummary: The Paramedic provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Georgia EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for a Paramedic position. Must hold a State of Georgia Driver's License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all Paramedic required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six-month introductory probationary period. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Respond to all calls for service dispatched from the Puckett EMS communications center as directed.Provide care and treatment to patients according to company policy and the company medical director protocols.Ensures ambulance and all equipment is cleaned and checked daily. Any deficiencies should be reported immediately to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.Prepares and completes appropriate reports including Patient Care Reports (PCR), billing, exposure reports, incident reports, daily, weekly and monthly unit check offs.Ensures unit and crew members adhere to Puckett EMS policies, procedures, guidelines, directives and standards. Reports any deficiencies to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.Ensures vehicle placed in-service comply with required laws, rules license, and regulations as outlined by the State of Georgia and other authorized agencies.Prompt and regular attendance at work and mandatory meetings.Maintain a state of readiness and professionalism while on-duty.Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while in company uniform either on or off duty.Self-motivated and requires little supervision and direction.Performs other such duties as may be required.QualificationsMinimum Paramedic Qualifications:High School Diploma or GEDState of Georgia Paramedic LicenseBasic Life Support CertificationACLS certificationPHTLS or equivalent certification (within 6 months of hire date)EVOC or equivalent certificationCurrent State of Georgia Driver's LicensePhysically Able to Perform Job Duties